Breakfast Smoothie Bowl

Protein, healthy fats and a rainbow of vitamins in one bowl. This breakfast smoothie bowl is filling, thanks to fresh fruits, nut butter and oats, and packed with energy that will carry you through to lunch.

Inspired by my breakfast smoothie, this breakfast smoothie bowl is its thicker, creamier, eat-with-a-spoon breakfast cousin. It’s light but filling, and packed with enough energy to fuel your mornings.

5 Reasons to Make This Breakfast Smoothie Bowl

If you’re a fan of strawberry and banana smoothies, you’re bound to love this breakfast bowl. Here’s what you'l love about it:

• Flavour - very fruity with a strong strawberry flavour, and banana undertones
• Texture - extra thick and creamy, ideal for eating with a spoon
• A great source of omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, fibre, iron and calcium
• Naturally gluten free
• Vegan friendly

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make This Breakfast Smoothie Bowl

Banana - use frozen banana if possible, it makes the smoothie thicker and creamier.

Strawberries - fresh or frozen. If both banana and strawberries are frozen, the smoothie will be extra thick, almost like a sorbet or nice cream.

Rolled oats - use either old-fashioned rolled oats or quick oats. It doesn’t make much of a difference in this recipe.

Plant-based milk - I used almond milk, but you can choose any plant-based milk you prefer, such as soy, rice, oat, or coconut.

Chia seeds - add a teaspoon of chia seeds. They’re a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, rich in antioxidants, full of fibre, iron and calcium.

Nut butter - mix in your favourite nut butter. I like the taste of peanut butter, but other types can be interesting as well.

Agave syrup - if you like your smoothies on the sweeter side, you can add a teaspoon of agave syrup or honey.

Can I Substitute Any of the Ingredients?

• Use your favourite berries or a combo of summer berries. I especially recommend blueberries.
• You can add a few tablespoons of yogurt for a creamier texture and an extra boost of protein. Read more about how to find vegan probiotic yogurt here.
• Use any kind of milk you want, but I recommend sticking to plant-based alternatives. Store-bought dairy can sometimes be tough on our stomachs, especially when paired with fruits.

What Can I Top It With?

This breakfast smoothie bowl is perfect when topped with a mix of fresh fruits and something crunchy. I would recommend:

• Fresh berries
• Sliced banana
• Chia seeds
• Granola
• Coconut flakes
• Seeds, such as sunflower or pumpkin seeds
• Raisins and dried cranberries

Breakfast Smoothie Bowl FAQs

How many servings does this make?

The recipe makes 1 smoothie bowl. Simply double or triple the ingredients to make more.

How long will this recipe keep?

Because it’s frozen, this smoothie bowl is best when eaten straight away.

Is this smoothie bowl a healthy breakfast?

• With one banana and one cup of strawberries, this smoothie bowl counts as 3 of your 5 a day.
• Chia seeds are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, rich in antioxidants, full of fibre, iron and calcium.
• Nut butter is optional, but highly recommended as it fuels your body with healthy fats that keep you fuller for longer.

More Breakfast Smoothies

If you enjoy to have a quick but nutritious smoothie for breakfast, make sure to check out these recipes:

• Healthy Breakfast Strawberry Banana Smoothie
• Strawberry Yogurt Smoothie
• Strawberry Breakfast Protein Smoothie